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Trev designed the lighting scheme for the The Burning Bush. We asked Trev to answer a few questions about his participation in the current production. A man of few words, and great actions, Trev keeps it real short.

What drew you to this project?
A chance to have some fun with an over-the-top show.

What are some unique aspects about working on this show?
Lighting the first performance in New York from my home in Toronto.
 
What excites you about this show?
The whole sacred-meets-profane way to a better world is an important message of hope for our troubled planet.  Also, boustiers.

What is the most important thing when designing lighting?
Getting the rhythm right, making sure that I'm on the same page as the director, finding that perfect colour of pink for the strip club ...

 

 

Newsflash


Wednesday, October 28, 2009
"Canadians continue to congregate off-Broadway" says THE GLOBE AND MAIL'S J. Kelly Nestruck in his Theatre blog about stars and Canadian's headed to The Great White Way. 

 


Thursday, June 18, 2009
Eye Weekly's Paul Gallant writes about The Burning Bush, and Jackie Mason's influence on Tracey Erin Smith's writing.

 


Wednesday, June 10, 2009
The Bulletin's Kirstyn Brown writes about Tracey's background and inspiration. 

 

Saturday June 07, 2009
The Burning Bush! review in New York's Theatreonline.com
Theatre Online's Lauren Wissot says: "Smith paints pictures with her animated face and body, bringing Barbara’s vivid story, a perfect blend of poignancy and lunacy, to life."
Read the full review here

 

Thursday, June 04, 2009
JTA, The "Global News Service of the Jewish People" features 'The Burning Bush' in an article about the state of Jewish Theater today 

 

Wednesday, June 03, 2009

The Burning Bush! Opened in New York's Festival of Jewish Theatre and Idea

 


Saturday, May 16, 2009

USATODAY is reporting on The Burning Bush in New York!